AP Highlights

Algonquin Middle School underwent some massive changes this summer. The parking lot paving project necessitated a new drop off and pick up loop. Inside, the auditorium and gym are looking great with new air conditioning and a new floor, respectively.

To honor the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks, students across the district dressed in Red, White and Blue. There was also a pre-game ceremony honoring local first responders before the first home football game of the season.

Eighteen members of Averill Park High School's Concert Choir performed alongside Foreigner at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center in August.

Miller Hill Elementary School has three classes of Universal Pre-K for the first time this school year. Students from across the district can attend Pre-K at the Miller Hill building.

Not only is the canopy outside of Averill Park High School a stunning blue color, but the structure was restored over the summer. Another part of AP's Capital Project work this summer, the canopy was in great shape to welcome students back to the building on the first day of school.

This fall, Averill Park CSD introduced a new varsity sport. Girls Golf has hit the ground running and is already making the Golden Knights community proud!

Ms. Caboot led a group of seven students in a horticulture program this summer. They harvested tomatoes, made lavender lemonade, and maintained the garden for the fall students. The students also made finishing salts and learned about the dehydrating process.

Averill Park Baseball and Softball teams were honored at the Saratoga Race Course for their 2026 state championships. They were also honored at the House of Representatives by Congressman Josh Riley.

Dr. Jim Franchini hosted four new staff members on the Every Student Every Day podcast. Get to know Jaime Stark, Miranda Paulino, Liz Jamison, and Brynn Lahey ahead of their first day in the Averill Park Central School District. You can listen to the show wherever you get you podcasts.

Poestenkill Elementary School students and their families braved some rain to end the summer with an ice cream social! Even though the event was indoors, there were plenty of smiles and laughs in the cafeteria. The social continues to be a staple of the start of the school year at PES.

The Averill Park CSD Transportation Department introduced Stopfinder this year for parents to track their student' bus and receive updates during the run. Our drivers are working to make this a seamless transition for our students and their guardians.

Averill Park CSD's Jazz Band performed at the July 4 celebration at the Empire State Plaza. Mr. Blostein lead a group of six students in a performance to celebrate America's 250th birthday! Congrats to Kate Cleary, Lucas Heffern, Tristan Reynolds, Val Strano, Micah Thiell and Lyra Wong on a great performance.

Poestenkill Elementary School students were welcomed with a new sign on the first day of school! Thanks to the PTA for the new sign, which made for a great introduction to the new school year.

The Student Belonging Committee is new to Averill Park High School this year, and they are starting off with a great celebration! The group decorated the hallways to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, which begins on September 15.

Mr Quiles, Mr. Seligman, and Ms. Leach welcomed the Class of 2030 to Averill Park High School! The group went over the expectations for the freshman class while providing valuable resources for their time in the school.

The Miller Hill Elementary School PTA is raising money to get a new playground at the school! There will be a fun run on October 2 to raise money. You can check out the progress every time you drive by with this incredible sign!

APHS Class of 2027 has one last chance to have their Senior Portraits taken! Be sure to sign up for the October 9 session before time runs out!

The Class of 2027 can apply for the FAFSA early this year thanks to a new beta program. Now through October 1, you can click this link to submit your application early. Not only will you cross a big item off of your 'To Do' list, but you'll help create a program used by future students and applicants.

With the start of the new school year comes visits from colleges through the APHS Counseling Center. Be sure to sign up for any college that interests you to get more information and meet the person who could be reading you application. Worcester Polytechnic Institute is coming on Tuesday, The University at Buffalo is coming on Wednesday, and Clarkson University will be at the high school on Thursday

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